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The Danger of Universalism: If “Everyone Goes to Heaven,” Why Did Jesus Die?

Posted on December 26, 2025 by Mark Cole

In recent years, the belief known as universalism—the idea that everyone ultimately goes to heaven regardless of faith, repentance, or response to Christ—has become increasingly popular. It is often presented as compassionate, hopeful, and more loving than traditional Christian teaching. … Continue reading →

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Restoring My First Love

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Mark Cole

At 70 years old, I didn’t expect to be saying this—but this past year has been one of the Top 10 years of my life. What makes that even more surprising is how the year began. It didn’t start with … Continue reading →

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The Book of Life: Heaven’s Most Important Record

Posted on December 21, 2025 by Mark Cole

Few images in the book of Revelation are as sobering—or as hope-filled—as the Book of Life. In a book filled with symbols, judgments, beasts, and cosmic conflict, the Book of Life stands quietly at the center of what ultimately matters … Continue reading →

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Building Faith That Outlives Us

Posted on December 14, 2025 by Mark Cole

Psalm 78:4 “We will not hide these truths from our children;we will tell the next generationabout the glorious deeds of the Lord,about His power and His mighty wonders.” One of the sobering realities of Scripture is this: faith does not … Continue reading →

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Kept by His Power

Posted on December 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Now all glory to God, who is able to keep you from falling away and will bring you with great joy into His glorious presence without a single fault.” Jude 1:24 (NLT) On the Christian journey, most believers know what … Continue reading →

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What Modern Believers Can Learn from Ezekiel’s “Most Holy Place”

Posted on December 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

As I’ve been reading through Ezekiel, I’ve been reminded again how much the Old Testament temple teaches us about the character of God. Ezekiel 41 gives a detailed, almost architectural description of the Most Holy Place—the innermost sanctuary where God’s … Continue reading →

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Called Out of Darkness: Living as God’s Chosen People

Posted on November 25, 2025 by Mark Cole

There’s a single verse in Scripture that quietly explodes with identity, purpose, and calling: “You are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation, God’s very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of … Continue reading →

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Finishing Well: Living With the End in Sight

Posted on November 24, 2025 by Mark Cole

Reflections on 2 Timothy 4:6–8 There are certain passages in Scripture that stop us in our tracks—not because they are dramatic, but because they reveal the heart of a believer who has lived wholly for God. Paul’s words near the … Continue reading →

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Excellence in Every Assignment From God

Posted on November 21, 2025 by Mark Cole

Paul’s words in 2 Timothy 2:15 set a high but life-giving standard for anyone who wants to serve God well: “Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive His approval. Be a good worker, one who does … Continue reading →

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What the Bible Really Says About Slavery

Posted on November 4, 2025 by Mark Cole

Slavery was a major part of the ancient world. Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Israel all had systems where one person could serve another in bondage. But what does the Bible actually teach about slavery? When we look carefully, we see … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Teaching

The Danger of Universalism: If “Everyone Goes to Heaven,” Why Did Jesus Die?

Restoring My First Love

The Book of Life: Heaven’s Most Important Record

Building Faith That Outlives Us

Kept by His Power

What Modern Believers Can Learn from Ezekiel’s “Most Holy Place”

Called Out of Darkness: Living as God’s Chosen People

Finishing Well: Living With the End in Sight

What the Bible Really Says About Slavery

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